Queen of Africa Reality TV show to position African women at the centre of leadership

Africa is redefining how women’s leadership is celebrated with the launch of ‘Queen of Africa,’ the continent’s first reality television show dedicated to spotlighting African women as leaders, changemakers, and cultural ambassadors.

Designed as a continental platform for visibility and impact, ‘Queen of Africa’ brings together 54 women—one from each African nation—to compete for the historic title of Africa’s First Lady. The initiative is convened by Lady Gina Orizu, President of the Uto Umuokpu Anambra Association in the United States, and marks a bold shift from conventional pageantry to purpose-driven representation.

Queen of Africa is organised by LFC international production limited, Uto Umuokpu Anambra, USA women association and Christian Ruart fashion group NYFW experience.

At its core, Queen of Africa is built to address long-standing gender imbalances by creating a platform where African women are evaluated not by appearance, but by leadership capacity, vision, and social influence.

Speaking at the official launch, Lady Orizu described the motivation behind the project as deeply rooted in empowerment and inclusion.

“Women have long been marginalized due to cultural and societal barriers. Our goal is to empower women, especially those who need it most. This platform is about creating real opportunities for women to lead, inspire change, and foster unity across the continent.”

Open to women between the ages of 25 and 40, the competition adopts a transparent selection process that combines national nominations with public participation from both African and global audiences. Contestants will be assessed on merit, leadership qualities, and votes, with the eventual winner holding the Queen of Africa title for a two-year reign.

Beyond the title, the winner will receive a $50,000 cash prize, a branded vehicle provided by Innoson Motors, and international recognition as a continental ambassador for African women and leadership.

King Jerry Nrialike, Executive Producer and Director of the show, said Queen of Africa was intentionally designed to go beyond entertainment, positioning it as a catalyst for social development.

“Queen of Africa is a movement aimed at breaking the glass ceiling and accelerating women’s development across Africa.”

The reality show will be streamed across multiple digital and social media platforms, ensuring accessibility and global reach while allowing African women to tell their own stories through lived experiences, culture, and leadership journeys.